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Surfer Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers find a coastal retreat at this Mission Beach hotel where the relaxed atmosphere invites guests to unwind and embrace seaside tranquility

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Surfer Beach Hotel offers a quintessential beach experience where guests can spread out on the sand or relax with coffee in hand. The property serves as an ideal base for surfing enthusiasts, provides a refreshing pool area, and features rooms with ocean vistas.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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View from room

Ocean View Jr Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

View from room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View | View from room

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

View from room

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mission Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mission Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mission Bay - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Crystal Pier - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Local Pacific Beach - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Flamingo Deck - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Surfer Beach Hotel

Hotel near Mission Beach
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library at Surfer Beach Hotel. With amenities like a beachfront location and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and an elevator
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • Multilingual staff, wedding services, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 53 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Pillowtop mattresses and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 37.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • World Famous

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 37.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Beach Surfer
Hotel Surfer
Surfer Beach
Surfer Beach Hotel
Surfer Hotel
Surfer Beach San Diego
Surfer Beach Hotel San Diego
Hotel Surfer Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Surfer Beach Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Surfer Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 37.50 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Surfer Beach Hotel located?

Located in Pacific Beach, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk/promenade and within a 5-minute walk of Mission and Pacific Beaches, Mission Beach, and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Bay is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Surfer Beach Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 559 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1185 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
The view was terrific, even with the restaurant roof right in front of the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views! Service was great and friendly. Great place for families and convenient next to stores, restaurants and beach walk.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach!! Old vintage hotel at a great price. Beds are super comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pawel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff, fantastic location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
FANTASTIC place to stay. Parking prices are quite high - but the hotel itself is everything you could ask for!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the staff and so close to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay right on the beach with very helpful and friendly staff! Especially Elijah, he was a huge help throughout our stay! Would stay here again 100%!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
Great spot , located directly on the beach , can hear the waves crashing all night!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff and access to Beach
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying at the Surfer Beach Hotel and had another grwat experience. We love the sentiment of this hotel as well as the convenience of it being in middle of everything like food, beach, shopping, etc. The customer service and staff here is absolutely wonderful. I havent once had an issue and i would stay here again. They also just updated the rooms so that was a nice surprise!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lina Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff members were amazing with a great vibe Thanks✨🌻
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been going her for 20 years! Love this place. Always clean and staff is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony offered a decent view. Its not directly on the beach but close enough. The pool is below along with restaurant. Just past there is the beach. It was good. Not great. Great for the money though.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent locating and really nice accommodations for the money
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here for years as a family and it’s all you need while your in town, staff is always friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Arika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room. Great location and lot of things to do around property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly reception and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great place very clean. It seemed to have electricity issues A/C would go out several times during our 2 day stay for a few seconds at a times internet was spotty. The location however is spot on there’s many places to see & eat within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so kind and made our stay pleasurable. The room was great and perfect for our two little boys’ first ocean experience! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, awesome staff, and super comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the view and it's right on the beach. A good part of our vacation was enjoying mornings on the balcony with the ocean in the background.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice staycation hanging out on the beach and walking back to the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great location. Fun vibe. Safe and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Fun place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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